- Matchup: Cleveland Cavaliers vs Detroit Pistons
- Date: Wednesday, May 13, 2026
- Venue: Little Caesars Arena, Detroit, MI
- Broadcast: ESPN
- Betting Odds/Point Spread: Cleveland (+3.5)
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The Detroit Pistons (60-22) are set to face off against the Cleveland Cavaliers (52-30) at Little Caesars Arena on Wednesday for Game 5 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals. The series is tied 2-2, with Detroit favored by 3.5 points according to bookmakers. The over/under total is established at 212.5.
In Game 4, the Cavaliers secured a vital victory, ending with a score of 112-103 to level the series. Cleveland recorded 15 personal fouls, while Detroit amassed 27 fouls. The Cavaliers made 10 of 23 three-point attempts, while the Pistons completed 9 of 12 free throws for a 75.0% success rate. Detroit captured a total of 35 rebounds (11 offensive, 24 defensive) and blocked 8 shots. The Pistons tallied 23 assists and achieved 10 steals during the game. For Cleveland, they allowed their opponent to shoot 50.6% from the field (42 of 83). Additionally, they collected 33 rebounds with 12 on the offensive glass and forced 20 turnovers while posting 11 steals. Cleveland converted 30 of 34 free throw attempts at an impressive 88.2% and finished with a field goal percentage of 43.6% (34 of 78), including 14 of 41 from beyond the arc.
Donovan Mitchell played a pivotal role in the game, scoring 43 points on 13 of 26 shooting. He spent 37 minutes on the court, contributing 5 rebounds and 2 assists while maintaining a shooting percentage of 50.0%.
The Cavaliers are currently holding a record of 52-30 this season. They average 14.0 turnovers per game, committing 19.6 fouls as a team. Cleveland secures 44.4 rebounds per game and has accumulated 2,321 assists this season, ranking 8th in the league. Their three-point shooting stands at 36.0% (1,173 of 3,261) and they convert 77.6% of free throw attempts. The Cavaliers average 119.5 points per game (4th in the NBA) while shooting 48.2% from the field overall.
Defensively, the Cavaliers force 15.0 turnovers each game while incurring 20.5 fouls. They allow opponents a 37.2% success rate from the three-point line and rank 15th in opponent points per game (115.4). Cleveland’s defense permits an overall shooting percentage of 46.4% (3,387 of 7,303) and gives up 43.2 rebounds per game, placing them 16th in assists allowed with 2,208 conceded this season.
Detroit faced challenges in Game 4, struggling offensively. The Pistons grabbed 24 defensive boards and 11 offensive boards for a total of 35 rebounds. They committed 20 turnovers while forcing 10 steals in the game. The Cavaliers committed 15 fouls, allowing the Pistons 12 free throw attempts, of which they made 9 for a 75.0% success rate. Detroit shot 10 of 23 from three-point range (43.5%) and 42 of 83 from the field (50.6%). They permitted the Cavaliers a shooting percentage of 43.6% (34 of 78) and hit 14 of 41 from beyond the arc, totaling 30 of 34 at the free-throw line (88.2%). Regarding rebounds, Detroit allowed Cleveland to secure 33 rebounds (12 offensive).
Caris LeVert was crucial for the Pistons, scoring 24 points on 10 of 16 shooting (62.5%) while securing 4 rebounds and providing 3 assists in 31 minutes of play.
Detroit boasts a record of 60-22 this season. In terms of offensive production, the Pistons shoot 48.5% from the field, placing them 3rd in the league. They have scored 9,657 points this year (117.8 points per game) while averaging 45.6 rebounds. With 27.8 assists per game, they rank 11th in the NBA, but are also losing possession with 15.1 turnovers per game. The Pistons commit 22.0 fouls each game and convert 76.3% of free throw attempts.
On defense, Detroit allows opponents to shoot 34.5% from three-point territory (1,040 of 3,015) and 78.8% at the free-throw line. They have given up 23.5 assists and 40.5 total rebounds per game, ranking 1st and 3rd in the NBA. Their defense ranks 3rd in points allowed per game at 109.6 and they force 16.9 turnovers each game, holding opponents to a field goal percentage of 44.3% (3rd in the NBA).
Who will come out on top tonight against the spread in this NBA matchup?
Prediction: Bet on Cleveland (+3.5)
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